Universities that Accept Low GPA for Masters in the USA

Scoring a low GPA might seem like a horrendous mistake but it is definitely not the end of the world. Firstly, we should clarify what we mean when we say a student has a low GPA. The definition of a low GPA depends mostly on your personal goals and target colleges, but a general rule of thumb is that any GPA below a 3.0 puts you in the lower range for most colleges in the country.  If you are someone disappointed with your GPA then here is a list of Universities that Accept Low GPA for Masters in the USA!

GPA Categorization

US Degree Classification	Grade/Percentage	GPA
First-Class Honours (First or 1st) – Very Good GPA	Grade A or 90% or above	3.7-4.0
Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) – Good GPA	Grade B or 80-89%	2.7-3.6
Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) – Low GPA	Grade C or 70-79%	1.7-2.6
Third-Class Honours (Third or 3rd) – Very Low GPA	Grade D or 60-69%	1.0-1.6

List of Universities that Accept Low GPA for Masters in the USA  

University	GPA Required
University of Michigan at Flint	3.4
University of Maine at Presque Isle	3.0
University of Maryland Eastern Shore	2.93
Alabama State University	3.05
University of Arkansas at Pine BluffUniversity of Minnesota Crookston	2.93.2
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford	3.3
University of South Carolina Beaufort	3.39
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga	3.5
University of Texas at Tyler	3.3
University of Washington Tacoma	3.2
University of Wisconsin Parkside	3
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth	3.2
Indiana University Northwest	3
Louisiana State University Shreveport	3.29

List of Universities that Accept 2.0 GPA for Masters in the USA  

• University of Maryland Eastern Shore
• Oakwood University
• Stillman College
• Talladega College
• University of Advancing Technology
• University of Alaska Southeast
• University of Arkansas at Monticello
• Arkansas Baptist College
• University of Arkansas at Monticello
• University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
• Lincoln University
• Northwestern Polytechnic University
• Metropolitan State University of Denver
• Post University
• Beacon College
• Bethune-Cookman University
• Carlos Albizu University – Miami
• Edward Waters College
• Florida Memorial University
• Webber International University
• Albany State University
• Fort Valley State University
• Life University
• Luther Rice University
• Savannah State University
• East-West University
• Governors State University
• National Louis University
• Northeastern Illinois University
• University of Dubuque
• William Penn University
• Kentucky State University
• Dillard University
• Grambling State University
• Southern University at New Orleans
• Bowie State University
• Coppin State University
• University of Baltimore
• University of Maryland Eastern Shore
• Finlandia University
• Mississippi Valley State University
• Harris-Stowe State University
• Lincoln University
• Montana State University—Northern
• Shaw University
• Central State University
• Langston University
• Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
• Bayamon Central University
• Caribbean University

How to Get into Universities with Low GPA

You may have a low GPA, however, this doesn’t mean you wouldn’t be able to secure admission in a university abroad. Follow these while applying to universities that will help you to study in USA:

• Explain the reason for your low grades- You can include this either in a personal statement or SOP or during an interview. You can also write a separate letter in this regard.
• A strong personal statement/statement of purpose will prove greatly useful.
• Highlight subjects or study areas in which you have better scores– Though your overall score may be low, you can highlight the subjects in which you performed well.
• Good scores in exams such as GRE or GMAT will improve your application.
• Focus on other parts of your application- Include relevant professional experience, internships, project experience and personal skills and expertise.
• Enroll in Courses- Take up additional short certification courses online or Examlabs that would show the admission committee the skills you developed and enhance your profile.

Documents Required

Documents required will depend on the course and the university you are applying to. Following are the standard documents required:

• Completely filled application form
• a  personal statement – explaining your motivation for choosing the programme and University, explaining your low grades, any relevant skills and experience you have (through studying or work), and your future career aspirations and how this programme will support you in achieving this
• Academic Transcripts
• Copy of bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Copy of english language test scores
• Copy of GMAT/GRE/LSAT/MCAT test scores
• Self-attested X & XII marksheet and certificates
• 2 references, if required
• Copy of Passport
• Resume
• Portfolio (for design courses)
• Research Proposal (for PG research programs)

All academic transcripts should officially be translated to English.

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